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Dan + Shay on the Powerful Meaning Behind "Say So"
Published 4 months, 3 weeks ago
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1. Catching Up With Dan + Shay
- The duo joins the show to talk about their new single, "Say So."
- A quick trip down memory lane brings up an old McDonald's drive-thru adventure with the hosts.
2. The Story Behind "Say So"
- Dan + Shay explain how the song was inspired by conversations about their late friend, Ben Vaughn.
- The song addresses mental health, grief, and the importance of speaking up when you're struggling.
- They reveal the song was written organically and not as a planned tribute.
3. A Powerful Coincidence
- After writing the song, Dan's wife pointed out they had written it on Ben Vaughn's birthday.
- The duo shares how emotional that realization was and why it reinforced the song's purpose.
4. A Message Bigger Than Music
- Dan + Shay discuss why this song feels different from anything they've released before.
- Their hope: if the song helps even one person, it's worth it.
- Encouragement for listeners to reach out and ask for help when they need it.
5. "Say So or Say No" Game
- Rapid-fire fun with the duo:
- Would they ride with Tiger Woods as their Uber driver?
- Would they record a song with Milli Vanilli?
- Could Shay take on Mariah Carey in a sing-off?
- Would Dan lend Shay his clean thong on tour?
6. Serious Message, Fun Friendship
- The interview balances an important conversation about mental health with the humor and chemistry fans love from Dan + Shay.
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